Find local babysitters in Rantoul, IL

I have been a caretaker as early as I can remember. I started babysitting for children in my neighborhood in middle school. I went to college and obtained my degree in Early Childhood Education. I raised three daughters of my own. The majority of my jobs over the past twenty five years have been caring for young children. I have acquired some great experience and lessons over the years. My strengths are my patience and reliability. I love singing and reading to children. Taking long nature walks is one of my favorite activities to share with children. If you would like to talk further;. Please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience. Thanks so much! Ellen Buetow

Hi! I'm Iggy. I've worked as a babysitter, nanny, after school counselor, and outdoor education instructor. I'm a certified lifeguard, CPR/first-aid trained, and I have my youth mental health first aid certification. I have experience with ages 1-18, and have experience working with children with mental and physical disabilities. I'm new to the Champaign-Urbana area and would love to connect with some local families! My favorite part of working with kids is helping them embrace their creativity and curiosity. I love finding what kiddos love to do and supporting them in it, whether it's building a pillow fort, reading aloud together, or playing outside. I respect the intelligence and independence of the kids I work with, and try to provide gentle, discovery-based guidance when needed. P.S. I used to work at an animal shelter and my house is basically a menagerie at any given time, so pets are a bonus and I'd love to help care for them as well!

Hi! My name is Abby Histed. I have roughly six years of babysitting experience from infant to teen, and I absolutely love working with kids! I love getting kids out of the house and doing fun activities, especially during the summer. I also work as an assistant karate instructor so I have teaching experience, and am comfortable with large groups of kids if needed. I am CPR and first aid certified, have a clean driving record, and can provide my own transportation. I can also provide references if needed. I look forward to hearing from you : )

Hi I'm Courtney I recently moved to Champaign in August to live with my sister. I worked at a daycare up until moving here. I enjoyed it so much that I wanted to pursue working with kids. A couple things I enjoy are spending time with my family, going camping spending time outdoors and I love crafts. I have earned my CNA, First Aid, CPR and food handler certifications. I am so excited to start this new journey of my life!

I’m a mother of two, one is school age and the other is about 2. I stay at home with him and was interested in adding 1-2 more children to our home to watch. I’m from a very big family, having roughly 14 nieces and nephews which I’ve babysat for most of them. My mother-in-law also ran a daycare from her home which I would help her with from time to time. I love children and it would be great to have someone for my son to play with. I’m very responsible and have always been around children. I’m reasonable when it comes to pricing.

I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing in 2022 and moved to Champaign, IL, to support my husband during his Ph.D. studies. Since then, I have been working in early childhood education settings, including four months at Harper College Child Development Center and currently at Parkland College Child Development Center. I have hands-on experience working with infants and toddlers between the ages of 6 months and 3 years. With my nursing background, I prioritize hygiene, health, and safety in all aspects of childcare. I am a deeply compassionate person who believes that every child deserves love, attention, and a nurturing environment. My approach is gentle, respectful, and supportive, ensuring that children feel safe and valued. I am currently at an intermediate level in English and actively working to improve my language skills every day. My long-term goal is to return to the nursing profession once I reach an advanced level of English proficiency. Until then, I am fully committed to providing the highest quality care and support in early childhood settings, where I continue to grow both personally and professionally.

Hi, My name is Laya! I am a senior at Central high school! I have had many years of babysitting and love it so much! I love building relationships with the kids and have a good time with them! I am very social myself as well and that’s a big reason that I love babysitting! Please let me know if you need help!

Hi! I’m a psychology student at the University of Illinois with a strong passion for working with children—and over three years of hands-on experience. I’ve had the privilege of babysitting for my professor’s children, which taught me the value of patience, empathy, and consistency in a child’s life. These experiences, combined with my academic studies, have inspired me to pursue a career in children’s therapy. I’m deeply motivated by the idea of helping young people navigate challenges, build resilience, and feel truly understood. My goal is to specialize in child and adolescent therapy, where I can create safe, supportive spaces for kids to grow emotionally and mentally. I’m excited to keep learning, connecting, and making a real difference in the lives of children and their families.

I have been babysitting for about 5 years. I love being around children, they bring me a lot of joy. I have babysat children of all ages so I am comfortable with newborns as well as teenagers. I love seeing children happy and letting them express their creativity, one of the greatest joys is to see a child be themselves unapologetically. I have CPR training and certification.

Hello families!! My name is Karsyn, I am 21 years old and I am an upcoming Senior at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I am a business administration major with a focus in marketing. A little background about me ☀️ I have always loved working with children, as I danced from the time I was 5 years old to 16 years old, and I often assisted in teaching the younger classes (3-10 yrs old). When I was in highschool, I babysat for a family with a five year old girl (when I started) for around two years, and occasionally babysat her two older brothers as well. When I was a sophomore in highschool, my older sister had a baby I have been babysitting for her ever since :) I have also babysat for multiple other family friends and family members. I have always loved working with children and I am very active with lots of energy to keep up with little ones. I would be more than happy to engage with little ones in fun activities like crafts, puzzles, and anything else they enjoy. When I am not working I love exercising, spending time with friends, listening to music, and traveling. I actually spent my last semester studying abroad in Southeast Asia :) I have loved all of the kids I have babysat for and thoroughly enjoyed building relationships with them. Don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or to discuss further :)